Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

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2137 days ago

Clean Up Following Wednesday Winds

The Team from Waimakariri District Council

Contractors are busy dealing with a bit of a clean up in Pegasus following Wednesday's winds...

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2137 days ago

Dahlia plants/tubers wanted

Margaret from Rangiora

Hi there.
Looking for dahlia tubers/plants, please. 🙂
If you have any spare... don’t mind what colours or style.
Many thanks 🌸🌼

Free

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2137 days ago

Gotland Lambs

Linda from Rangiora

I have Gotland Lambs ready to go. Ph 3107917 or Pm me for more details.

Linda

Negotiable

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2137 days ago

Cust Bowling Club Social bowls

RODGER from Cust

Monday nites 28th Jan 4th & 11th Feb
Come and have a try . Bowls provided flat shoes
6pm _7.30 only $2

2138 days ago

Letters of administration on intestacy (no will) - no surviving spouse, several surviving children

Director / lawyer from Kiwilaw

New, online automated interview to create documents for application to High Court for grant of letters of administration. No appointment needed, you can do this from home in your own time. Suitable for application by adult child of deceased. Not suitable for application by surviving spouse, which… View moreNew, online automated interview to create documents for application to High Court for grant of letters of administration. No appointment needed, you can do this from home in your own time. Suitable for application by adult child of deceased. Not suitable for application by surviving spouse, which will need a separate similar 'interview' which is not yet finished. Fee ($575 incl GST) includes consent forms for other siblings to sign. If no other siblings, fee will be $460. Click on this link to go direct to the interview.
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Price: $575

2138 days ago

Lawyers' fees - the Angel Award and the IMBM Award

Director / lawyer from Kiwilaw

Last year I said 'most' NZ lawyers charged $1500 or more for probate or letters of administration.
That was probably an over-statement.
I've been making further enquiries.
Most seem to charge between $1000 and $1500, plus GST and plus disbursements (the $200 High Court filing … View more
Last year I said 'most' NZ lawyers charged $1500 or more for probate or letters of administration.
That was probably an over-statement.
I've been making further enquiries.
Most seem to charge between $1000 and $1500, plus GST and plus disbursements (the $200 High Court filing fee).
I don't know what local firms (Rangiora/Kaiapoi) charge. So please don't take these comments personally. (Feel free to add a comment to tell us what you charge.)
Checketts McKay in Wanaka get the Angel Award so far - estimated $400-600 plus disbursements.
The IMBM [I Must Be Mistaken] Award goes to the 5 firms identified so far (out of the 22 firms surveyed to date) whose estimates were between $2000-$3500 - they were all North Island firms and I am not going to be more specific than that.
The 4 firms (so far) who were less than $1000 were all South Island: in Wanaka (as above), Timaru, Dunedin, and Oamaru.
There may well be others. I don't have time or money to do a comprehensive survey.
In my opinion, anything over $1500 requires a special explanation, if it is only for getting the grant of administration and not for the rest of the estate administration.
So ask first, and remember you have the option of using Kiwilaw's highly competitive online service for $460. (You knew that! Yes! Please tell your friends and family.)
(I have renamed the IMBM Award - previously it was called something else but I realised that might be considered discourteous towards lawyers.)

2138 days ago

Art Classes for all ages from Teenager to Retired. Community Group in Christchurch Girls High School in the evening.

Courtney from Loburn

Hi everyone, if you are thinking about taking up painting or have ever wanted to see if you have any chance of learning to paint, (and you probably DO have skills) put a search in for ART MIX NORWESTER.

We have a few vacancies for 2019. Also look at Arts Canterbury under Businesses and then … View more
Hi everyone, if you are thinking about taking up painting or have ever wanted to see if you have any chance of learning to paint, (and you probably DO have skills) put a search in for ART MIX NORWESTER.

We have a few vacancies for 2019. Also look at Arts Canterbury under Businesses and then Organisations for details there.

This is a non-profit community teaching group based in Christchurch with a wide range of ages and people from all over the Canterbury area who meet to learn to paint and also experienced artists. Just query to join in for a really fun and inexpensive class.

2138 days ago

Pros & Cons of Wearing Silk

Lauren from SwiftDry Clotheslines NZ

Thinking of purchasing silk clothing or bedding? Have a read to see if it's the right fabric for you.

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2138 days ago

Stage 3B Is Now Titled - Start Building Today in Silverstream!

Silverstream Subdivision

Titles for 3B have been issued and are selling fast. Priced from $172,000 and with lot sizes between 355m2 and 596m2, there is a section to suit everyone! A couple of sections in 4A and 2B still remain. For an updated pricelist and sub-division plan please email … View moreTitles for 3B have been issued and are selling fast. Priced from $172,000 and with lot sizes between 355m2 and 596m2, there is a section to suit everyone! A couple of sections in 4A and 2B still remain. For an updated pricelist and sub-division plan please email michelle.fu@silverstreamestate.co.nz or call the office on 03 323 6991.

2138 days ago

Life Hack

Lauren from SwiftDry Clotheslines NZ

If you make cleaning a practice or habit, it becomes way more enjoyable...so start changing your mindset!

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2138 days ago

Trafalgar Europe on sale

Trafalgar

Experience the real Europe & Britain in 2019 with Trafalgar.

From the hulking fjords in Norway that look as though they’ve been ripped straight from a J.R.R. Tolkien novel, to the quaint neighbourhoods of Spain where sangria flows as freely as the native tongue, Europe is a continent of … View more
Experience the real Europe & Britain in 2019 with Trafalgar.

From the hulking fjords in Norway that look as though they’ve been ripped straight from a J.R.R. Tolkien novel, to the quaint neighbourhoods of Spain where sangria flows as freely as the native tongue, Europe is a continent of many wonderful contrasts. See history come to life before your very eyes as you traverse the varied landscapes, marvel at the icons and find your happy place with a collection of real Trafalgar experiences that you can’t find on any other tour.

With 116 handcrafted itineraries and 220 cities, leave the guidebooks at home and let us show you the Real Europe and Britain.

Good people. Good times. Good everything. The Good Life.

Plus save up to 10%* when you book and pay in full before 31Jan 2019.

For more information visit your local travel agent, visit trafalgar.com or call 0800 484 333

*T&Cs apply. Refer to trafalgar.com/en-nz/destinations/europe or your travel agent for full offer details.
Find out more!

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2139 days ago

Poll: What is New Zealand's favourite cake?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, our life and style reporter is on the hunt for New Zealand's favourite flavour of cake.

We asked some experts which cake they believe Kiwis love the most - read their thoughts here. But want to make sure we are up to speed with what Kiwis really think! Which is your favourite… View more
Hi neighbours, our life and style reporter is on the hunt for New Zealand's favourite flavour of cake.

We asked some experts which cake they believe Kiwis love the most - read their thoughts here. But want to make sure we are up to speed with what Kiwis really think! Which is your favourite cake flavour?

What is New Zealand's favourite cake?
  • 21.6% Banana
    21.6% Complete
  • 35.9% Carrot
    35.9% Complete
  • 5.2% Lemon
    5.2% Complete
  • 0.9% Orange
    0.9% Complete
  • 10.9% Chocolate
    10.9% Complete
  • 8.8% Chocolate Mudcake
    8.8% Complete
  • 2.6% Red Velvet
    2.6% Complete
  • 0.3% Marble
    0.3% Complete
  • 2.3% Sponge
    2.3% Complete
  • 5.2% Fruitcake
    5.2% Complete
  • 4.8% Black Forest
    4.8% Complete
  • 1.5% Madeira
    1.5% Complete
2530 votes
2139 days ago

Firefighters rescue pet steer stranded in North Canterbury river

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

A beloved pet steer is recovering happily in his North Canterbury paddock after having to be rescued from a river.

Firefighters, neighbours and a local vet joined forces to help Sarah Allan rescue her 1200-kilogram, 6-year-old pet steer, Mitchell, from the Cam River last week.

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2140 days ago

Free Bricks

Tracey from Belfast

Leftovers from house build in Spring Grove - approx. 70-80.  Pick up Spring Grove.

Free

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